Senior Color Designer – Apparel

Type
Contract

Post Date
01/02/2026

Senior Color Designer – Apparel
Our client is seeking a seasoned color design professional with a sharp fashion eye and the confidence to lead color execution in a fast-paced, high-volume apparel environment. This individual thrives in ambiguity, translates cultural and consumer insights into compelling color stories, and brings both strategic vision and hands-on execution to every stage of the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate balances creative intuition with precision, collaboration, and a strong sense of ownership.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon.

• Lead end-to-end apparel color design execution, ensuring consistency and accuracy from concept through final production.
• Develop innovative, consumer-relevant color solutions informed by market, lifestyle, and trend research.
• Partner cross-functionally with design, development, materials, and merchandising teams to align color strategies with product intent.
• Establish and manage seasonal color direction, calendars, and timelines to support timely product delivery.
• Present clear, compelling color stories and strategies to internal stakeholders while guiding and mentoring junior designers.

Senior Color Designer – Apparel Qualifications

• Extensive experience in true apparel color design, with a strong fashion sensibility and proven execution at scale.
• Background working with large, fast-moving apparel brands; ability to operate effectively in high-urgency environments.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft tools; comfort working within digital design systems.
• Demonstrated ability to translate consumer, cultural, and competitive insights into commercially successful color strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience; senior-level expertise preferred.

Compensation:
Up to $46/hr. (DOE)

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As an eligible contract employee with Vander Houwen, you'll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

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